A poetry workshop led by Interdisciplinary Artist-in-Residence Jasmine Mans followed by residency closing reception from 3–3:30 p.m. The Level Up! Music Conference, presented by the Urban Community Arts Network, continues 3:30–5 p.m. Register here with promo code: OMAI.
First Wave
Just Bust! Open Mic
Madison’s long-running, all-ages open mic, Just Bust! Open Mic, includes community performances, First Wave and alumni spotlight performance, and a debut performance of a choreopoem by Interdisciplinary Artist-in-Residence Jasmine Mans with a cast of UW–Madison scholars. Interested in performing during the open mic portion of the event? Sign up (in-person) begins at 8 p.m. and goes on throughout the night until all slots are filled. Make sure to arrive early to guarantee a spot in the lineup! Free, all ages and open to the public.
Passing the Mic Public Showcase
All are invited to join for this intergenerational hip hop festival dedicated to the theme Love & Revolution, featuring a performance of The Loophole by Jay Adana and Zeniba Now. Free, all ages, and open to the public.
Just Bust! Hip Hop Theater Workshop
Just Bust! Hip Hop Theater Workshop led by Jay Adana and Zeniba Now. This workshop centers around an upcoming performance of The Loophole at the 16th Annual Passing the Mic Festival (October 15). Free, all ages, and open to the public.
Just Bust! Open Mic
Madison’s longest running all-ages open mic, Just Bust! Open Mic, includes community performances, First Wave and alumni spotlight performance, and performances by Jay Adana and Zeniba Now. Performance sign up (in-person) begins at 8 p.m. and goes on throughout the night until all slots are filled. Free, all ages, and open to the public.
Crawling through the arts, in all their variety and beauty
OMAI hosting the 15th Annual Line Breaks Festival at Overture Center for the Arts
The Office of Multicultural Arts Initiatives is bringing the 15th annual Line Breaks Hip Hop Theater Festival to Madison on April 1-2 at the Overture Center for the Arts in a multi-day showcase bridging campus, …
Just Bust! Artistic Workshop with Arun Luthra
Arun Luthra will lead an artistic workshop with First Wave scholars. This event is open to the public.
Just Bust! Presents: Arun Luthra with music by LA and Big Homie
Join us for Madison’s longest running all-ages open mic! Arun Luthra is the November feature, with music by LA and Big Homie.